The Difference Between Hotels and Motels

The Difference Between Hotels and Motels

Hotels and motels typically serve a different purpose and yet still in the same industry. Both provide lodging to out of town guests and the standard rooms may be similar but there are vast differences between the two. The most obvious example as one traveling through rural Montana would not expect to find a luxury hotel similar to those in Las Vegas. Motels are typically found roadside in mountain towns or smaller cities and focus on offering travelers a place to stop and rest on the journey to another destination. Hotels are typically places that people reserve rooms in with the intention of staying a few days and therefore they often offer more of the conveniences that one would expect to have at home. It is not uncommon for hotel rooms to have small kitchens or even a couch or small living area to allow guests to have a place to feel comfortable in when taking a break from local attractions.

As stated before motels are typically designed to provide a place to stay for one night and they often having parking right outside the room for easy unloading of luggage. Motel 6 is the most popular motel chain and the design is similar in most of their locations, they are set up in either a U shape with a center courtyard or a square. This allows for cars to be seen from the room in order to keep a close watch on valuables. Typically motels don’t have room service or offer any type of breakfast but often have vending machines for snacking. They are almost always located on or immediately off of a main route and are often near restaurants that are open 24 hours or at least extended hours. Occasionally a motel will have a pool, usually outdoor, and some type of laundry service. However, in general one can expect a motel to be very affordable, conveniently located and offer a reasonable option for an overnight stay.

Hotels come in all shapes, sizes and prices. Some budget hotels can be the same price as a motel but offer interior corridors, pool, laundry service and possibly even a small breakfast. On the average a standard hotel is designed for guests to spend more than one day and rooms will include hair dryers, irons, cable TV and movie channels. Guests can expect most mid range priced hotels to have a pool, possibly a fitness room and occasionally a modest menu for room service. As the price increases so do the amenities. The more expensive hotels, especially in large cities, are consistently trying to offer the best amenities on the block to draw guests in. Most hotels in this price range will have an in house restaurant, bar and meeting rooms. Some may have resort style pools, fitness centers and in destinations that are popular with families these types of hotels will also have kid friendly amenities. Luxury hotels in large cities such as: Las Vegas, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and Miami may have amenities that might possibly cause your jaw to drop. The sky is the limit when it comes to extravagance in big city hotels but expect to pay for it.

Ultimately, the major difference aside from the price is the purpose behind each one. Motels are great for one-night stops and give you the rest you need to continue on, while hotels are where you may unpack the suitcase and stay awhile.

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